From the School Leadership Team
Middle of Term Breakfast
In the spirit of community and celebration, we enjoyed a delightful Middle Of Term (MOT) pancake breakfast on Tuesday. It was great to bring together families, students, our staff team, and our church members for a morning filled with warmth, laughter, and delicious pancakes. The breakfast served not only as a tasty mid term treat but also as an opportunity for everyone to connect beyond the classroom.
With golden pancakes stacked high and a variety of toppings on offer, we enjoyed a relaxed atmosphere where conversations flowed as freely as the maple syrup. Teachers mingled with parents, students shared their term highlights, reinforcing the bonds that make the school a true community hub.
It provided a refreshing pause in the busy school term, allowing all involved to recharge, reflect, and look forward to the remainder of the term with renewed spirit and togetherness. Thanks to our P & F committee for all of their organisation for the event and our many church volunteers who helped out on the day.
Walk My Way
The Australian Lutheran World Service (ALWS) is hosting a fundraising event in North Adelaide on Saturday, 3rd May. This event aims to support ALWS’s efforts to provide humanitarian aid and sustainable development to communities in need around the world. The fundraiser will offer a great opportunity to connect with others in the community while making a meaningful difference in the lives of those less fortunate.
Our GOlden Grove Lutheran School and Church are entering a combined team in the walk a thon again this year, and families who are intersted can join at https://adelaide.alws75.org.au/page/GoldenGroveLutheranComm45138671
Mark your calendars for this heartwarming event that promises both fun and compassion!
Eisugakkan
Year 5 students from Eisugakkan School, our sister school in Japan, will be visiting Golden Grove Lutheran Primary School from Thursday 24th to Sunday 27th July. During their stay, the students will have the opportunity to experience Australian culture and connect with our students. On Saturday 26th July, the school is seeking homestay families to host the visiting students, providing them with a unique and memorable experience. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to engage in cultural exchange and offer a warm welcome to these young visitors. If you're interested in hosting, please contact Mrs Melissa Bishop, our Teacher of Japanese via email - bishop.melissa@goldengrove.sa.edu.au
Ash Wednesday
As a school, we gathered for a meaningful Ash Wednesday Chapel service to mark the beginning of the Lenten season. Students and staff participated in a reflective service, receiving the symbol of ashes on their foreheads as a reminder of repentance, humility, and the journey towards Easter. Through prayers, Bible readings, and song, the service provided a quiet moment of connection and reflection for the school community, encouraging everyone to embrace the season of Lent with a spirit of reflection and growth.
Volunteering in the School
We appreciate many families giving of their time and expertise to volunteer in the school, whether it be with our school canteen, P & F Events, school camps, GLOW Week or classroom assistance. A reminder to please ensure that your WWCC details are up to date, along with RAHN and VSC training. Further information on our volunteering requirements is available from our website.
TASS Parent Lounge
TASS Parent Lounge is our online parent portal. This is a great way to be able to check that your contact details and your child's medical details are up to date, as well as to be able to view the school calendar.
Please check your email for your login information - and you are most welcome to be in touch with us if you have any queries around the login process.
A few reminders
Please be reminded of some of our key events coming up:
Monday 10 March - Adelaide Cup Public Holiday
Friday 14 March - Principal Tours
Friday 21 March - Sports Day
Monday 24 March - Harmony Day
Thursday 27 March - Principal Tours
Tuesday 1 April - Parent-Teacher Interviews
Wednesday 2 April - Parent-Teacher Interviews
Tuesday 8 April - Year 2/3TR Celebration of Learning
Friday 11 April - Closing Service at 2.20pm; Term 1 concludes
Our full school calendar can also be viewed on the school website.
Will Wallace
Principal
As my youngest enters year 11 it can still be tough to get much out of her from time to time.
Each day as I ask her how her day was the response for a long time has been the standard – ‘Ok!’ Joking with her a lot about this she has now moved mostly to the word – ‘Good!’ She will now even mutter a few other sentences to share how the day was.
Kids of all ages can be fun, tough and challenging to talk to at times.
As you talk with your kids after school, continue to build the positive relationship by giving the ultimate in attention. Enjoy the latest read from Dr Justin Coulson.
Tim Kriewaldt
Deputy Principal
EVALUATION:
The focus of the survey sent out last week, was the ENVIRONMENT of the school. Thank you to the parents and caregivers who completed the survey. The responses have provided us with parent perspective that enables us to understand our strengths in this area and highlights areas in which we can improve.
We would love you to give us feedback via a new survey about the CULTURE of the school. School culture refers to the written and unwritten rules that define how a school functions. It addresses personal and collective well-being, the effective use of physical and human resources, and the extent to which a school acknowledges, values and celebrates the diversity of humankind.
The survey will be available until next Wednesday. You can click on the link below or scan the QR code.
https://forms.gle/i4cWxMaqyCuATxn26
Jayne Zadow
Director of PYP, Teaching and Learning